Arsène Alexandre, Jean Cocteau - The Decorative Art of Léon Bakst - 1913
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The Decorative Art of Léon Bakst, by Arsène Alexandre and Jean Cocteau with illustrations by Léon Bakst, first edition published in 1913, in very good condition.
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First Edition The Art of Leon Bakst
BAKST, Léon (1866–1924), Arsène ALEXANDRE (1859–1937) and Jean COCTEAU (1889–1863). The Decorative Art of Leon Bakst. London: The Fine Art Society, 1913.
First edition, inscribed by the artist, of a richly-illustrated publication with full page reproductions of the famous costume designs of Bakst.
Folio. Title printed in black and red, mounted photogravure portrait frontispiece, 77 mounted plates, all but one after Bakst, 50 printed in colour and 4 folding,
Original half vellum gilt, Bakst signature in facsimile on the front board, the spine lettered and decorated in gilt, top edge gilt, others uncut (lightly rubbed, a few minor chips). Provenance: 'Je voudrais etre quelque chose dans la beauté de votre talent, car la beauté tout court vous etes arriver [sic] au summum, Leon Bakst, 1921' (inscription by Bakst beneath portrait) – The Hon. Lois Sturt (1900-1937; bookplate)
Dimensions
Height: 16.26 inches / 41.3 cm
Width: 11.22 inches / 28.5 cm
Seller's Story
Latelier Luxury Salon LLC & Eastern European Art Gallery Inc. specialize in high-end jewelry and luxury goods. As a trusted dealer, we offer new and pre-owned, Modern and Antique pieces from prestigious brands such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels.
For collectors seeking rare items, we would like to invite you to contact us for exclusive deals and offers. Our curated selection promises timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship, ensuring each piece is a valuable addition to your collection. Explore our offerings and discover the perfect treasure to enhance your collection.
We prioritize our clients' satisfaction and are committed to providing exceptional service. We strive to ship orders promptly, typically within the same day or the next, ensuring that our buyers receive their purchases as quickly as possible. However, please note that we have no control over the customs regulations or import duties imposed by the buyer's country. As per Catawiki's policies, it is the buyer's responsibility to comply with any customs procedures and pay any applicable import duties. Thank you for your understanding.
First Edition The Art of Leon Bakst
BAKST, Léon (1866–1924), Arsène ALEXANDRE (1859–1937) and Jean COCTEAU (1889–1863). The Decorative Art of Leon Bakst. London: The Fine Art Society, 1913.
First edition, inscribed by the artist, of a richly-illustrated publication with full page reproductions of the famous costume designs of Bakst.
Folio. Title printed in black and red, mounted photogravure portrait frontispiece, 77 mounted plates, all but one after Bakst, 50 printed in colour and 4 folding,
Original half vellum gilt, Bakst signature in facsimile on the front board, the spine lettered and decorated in gilt, top edge gilt, others uncut (lightly rubbed, a few minor chips). Provenance: 'Je voudrais etre quelque chose dans la beauté de votre talent, car la beauté tout court vous etes arriver [sic] au summum, Leon Bakst, 1921' (inscription by Bakst beneath portrait) – The Hon. Lois Sturt (1900-1937; bookplate)
Dimensions
Height: 16.26 inches / 41.3 cm
Width: 11.22 inches / 28.5 cm
Seller's Story
Latelier Luxury Salon LLC & Eastern European Art Gallery Inc. specialize in high-end jewelry and luxury goods. As a trusted dealer, we offer new and pre-owned, Modern and Antique pieces from prestigious brands such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels.
For collectors seeking rare items, we would like to invite you to contact us for exclusive deals and offers. Our curated selection promises timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship, ensuring each piece is a valuable addition to your collection. Explore our offerings and discover the perfect treasure to enhance your collection.
We prioritize our clients' satisfaction and are committed to providing exceptional service. We strive to ship orders promptly, typically within the same day or the next, ensuring that our buyers receive their purchases as quickly as possible. However, please note that we have no control over the customs regulations or import duties imposed by the buyer's country. As per Catawiki's policies, it is the buyer's responsibility to comply with any customs procedures and pay any applicable import duties. Thank you for your understanding.
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Art
Book Title
The Decorative Art of Léon Bakst
Author/ Illustrator
Arsène Alexandre, Jean Cocteau
Condition
Very good
Artist
Léon Bakst
Publication year oldest item
1913
Height
41.3 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
28.5 cm
Language
English
Original language
Yes
Number of pages
77
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